Columnist was out of line

So, Mr. Crone made a choice to park illegally, determined on his own that he could break the law (morally exonerating himself) and then has the audacity to condone violence against parking enforcement officers.

Did it occur to him there is a reason there is no parking on the street until 10 a.m.? How much grace period should be given? Ten minutes? Thirty minutes? That's why the time is posted on the sign so it is the same for everyone without ambiguity.

Green Hornets? I'm assuming he was ticketed in Toronto but they have been in blue for over 20 years -- at least get the colour right.

As for understanding those who would punch their lights out I would ask that you take a minute to understand my enforcement officer friend, a father of two who was attacked from behind, head smashed into the sidewalk and knocked unconscious causing significant injuries and loss of income. All for simply doing his job.

He is one of the nicest people I know and has returned to work with his same positive outlook on life. Would it be acceptable to assault a police officer over a speeding ticket? While I agree parking enforcement officers are not held highly in society, the ones I know rank higher than someone who would promote breaking the law and abusing those tasked with enforcing it.

Lastly Mr. Crone can be assured there is balance in the universe and the $30 fine that he must pay proves it.